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RandomFox API

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Overview

Random pictures of foxes

RandomFox is an animals API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and does not allow direct browser requests (no CORS).

At a glance

Authentication
No auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
No
Category
Animals

Questions

Does the RandomFox API need an API key?

No. The RandomFox API can be called without an API key or sign-up, which makes it handy for prototypes and front-end demos.

Can I call the RandomFox API from the browser?

Not directly. The RandomFox API does not send CORS headers, so call it from your server or a proxy instead of browser JavaScript.

Does the RandomFox API support HTTPS?

Yes, the RandomFox API is served over HTTPS.

What are alternatives to the RandomFox API?

Other Animals APIs include Axolotl, IUCN, HTTP Cat, Cats, WoRMS.

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